Compare the Ford Explorer 2025 ST 4WD VS Ford Explorer 2024 XLT 4WD
Ford Explorer 2025
ST 4WD
Ford Explorer 2024
XLT 4WD
MSRP: 69135$
MSRP: 48475$
Features
Ford Explorer 2025
ST 4WD
Ford Explorer 2024
XLT 4WD
Drivetrain
Four Wheel Drive
Four Wheel Drive
Body
Suv
Suv
Doors
4
4
Fuel
Gasoline Direct Injection
Gasoline Direct Injection
Transmission
Automatic w/OD
Automatic w/OD
Engine
3.0L EcoBoost V6
2.3L I-4 EcoBoost
Emissions
Ford Explorer 2025
ST 4WD
Ford Explorer 2024
XLT 4WD
G/km Of CO2 Emissions
277 (Est)
241
Transmission
Ford Explorer 2025
ST 4WD
Ford Explorer 2024
XLT 4WD
Drivetrain
Four Wheel Drive
Four Wheel Drive
Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)
0.85
0.85
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)
1.52
1.52
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)
3.58
3.58
First Gear Ratio (:1)
4.71
4.71
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)
1.77
1.77
Reverse Ratio (:1)
4.88
4.88
Second Gear Ratio (:1)
3.00
3.00
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)
1.00
1.00
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)
1.27
1.27
Third Gear Ratio (:1)
2.15
2.15
Trans Description Cont.
Automatic w/OD
Automatic w/OD
Trans Order Code
44T
44T
Trans Type
10
10
Vehicle
Ford Explorer 2025
ST 4WD
Ford Explorer 2024
XLT 4WD
EPA Classification
Standard SUV 4WD
Standard SUV 4WD
Interior Dimensions
Ford Explorer 2025
ST 4WD
Ford Explorer 2024
XLT 4WD
Front Head Room
40.7 (in)
40.7 (in)
Front Hip Room
59.2 (in)
59.2 (in)
Front Leg Room
42.9 (in)
43 (in)
Front Shoulder Room
62.1 (in)
61.8 (in)
Passenger Capacity
6
6
Passenger Volume
151.8 (ft³)
152.7 (ft³)
Second Head Room
38.2 (in)
40.5 (in)
Second Hip Room
59.1 (in)
59.1 (in)
Second Leg Room
38.3 (in)
39 (in)
Second Shoulder Room
61.9 (in)
61.9 (in)
Third Head Room
38.9 (in)
38.9 (in)
Third Hip Room
40.9 (in)
40.9 (in)
Third Leg Room
32.2 (in)
32.2 (in)
Third Shoulder Room
54.6 (in)
54.6 (in)
Weight Information
Ford Explorer 2025
ST 4WD
Ford Explorer 2024
XLT 4WD
Base Curb Weight
4766 (lbs)
4458 (lbs)
Total Option Weight
0.00 (lbs)
0.00 (lbs)
Mileage
Ford Explorer 2025
ST 4WD
Ford Explorer 2024
XLT 4WD
EnerGuide Estimate - City
13.4 (2024) (L/100 km)
11.5 (L/100 km)
EnerGuide Estimate - Hwy
9.8 (2024) (L/100 km)
8.7 (L/100 km)
Trailering
Ford Explorer 2025
ST 4WD
Ford Explorer 2024
XLT 4WD
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
500 (lbs)
500 (lbs)
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
5000 (lbs)
5000 (lbs)
Maximum Trailering Capacity
5600 (lbs)
5300 (lbs)
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
560 (lbs)
530 (lbs)
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
5600 (lbs)
5300 (lbs)
Engine
Ford Explorer 2025
ST 4WD
Ford Explorer 2024
XLT 4WD
Displacement
3.0 L
2.3 L/140
Engine Order Code
99C
99H
Engine Type
Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
Fuel System
Gasoline Direct Injection
Gasoline Direct Injection
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
400 @ 5500
300 @ 5500
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
415 @ 3500
310 @ 3500
Type
3.0L EcoBoost V6 -inc: auto start-stop technology null
2.3L I-4 EcoBoost -inc: auto start-stop technology null
Suspension
Ford Explorer 2025
ST 4WD
Ford Explorer 2024
XLT 4WD
Suspension Type - Front
Strut
Strut
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Strut
Strut
Suspension Type - Rear
Multi-Link
Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Multi-Link
Multi-Link
Tires
Ford Explorer 2025
ST 4WD
Ford Explorer 2024
XLT 4WD
Front Tire Size
P275/45WR21
P255/65HR18
Rear Tire Size
P275/45WR21
P255/65HR18
Spare Tire Size
Compact
Compact
Wheels
Ford Explorer 2025
ST 4WD
Ford Explorer 2024
XLT 4WD
Front Wheel Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Front Wheel Size
21 X 9 (in)
18 X 7.5 (in)
Rear Wheel Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Rear Wheel Size
21 X 9 (in)
18 X 7.5 (in)
Spare Wheel Material
Steel
Steel
Spare Wheel Size
Compact (in)
Compact (in)
Steering
Ford Explorer 2025
ST 4WD
Ford Explorer 2024
XLT 4WD
Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Brakes
Ford Explorer 2025
ST 4WD
Ford Explorer 2024
XLT 4WD
Brake ABS System
4-Wheel
4-Wheel
Brake Type
4-Wheel Disc
4-Wheel Disc
Disc - Front (Yes or )
Yes
Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Yes
Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
13.6 (in)
13.6 (in)
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
12.8 (in)
12.6 (in)
Fuel Tank
Ford Explorer 2025
ST 4WD
Ford Explorer 2024
XLT 4WD
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
76.5 (L)
67.7 (L)
Exterior Dimensions
Ford Explorer 2025
ST 4WD
Ford Explorer 2024
XLT 4WD
Height, Overall
69.8 (in)
70.2 (in)
Length, Overall
199.3 (in)
198.8 (in)
Min Ground Clearance
7.8 (in)
8.2 (in)
Track Width, Front
66.9 (in)
66.9 (in)
Track Width, Rear
66.9 (in)
66.9 (in)
Wheelbase
119.1 (in)
119.1 (in)
Width, Max w/o mirrors
78.9 (in)
78.9 (in)
Cargo Area Dimensions
Ford Explorer 2025
ST 4WD
Ford Explorer 2024
XLT 4WD
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1
84.1 (in)
93.5 (in)
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2
55.5 (in)
55.5 (in)
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3
23.2 (in)
23.2 (in)
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline
64.5 (in)
59 (in)
Cargo Box (Area) Height
32.8 (in)
32.8 (in)
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings
47.6 (in)
48.1 (in)
Cargo Volume to Seat 1
-
87.8 (ft³)
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
46 (ft³)
47.9 (ft³)
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
16.3 (ft³)
18.2 (ft³)
Equipment
Mechanical
Ford Explorer 2025
ST 4WD
Ford Explorer 2024
XLT 4WD
2 Skid Plates
3.58 Non-Limited Slip Rear Axle
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Descent Control, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake
76.5 L Fuel Tank
Auto Locking Hubs
Automatic Full-Time Four-Wheel Drive
Battery w/Run Down Protection
Class III Towing Equipment -inc: Hitch and Trailer Sway Control
Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
Engine: 3.0L EcoBoost V6 -inc: auto start-stop technology
Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
Regenerative Alternator
Sport Tuned Suspension
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Trailer Wiring Harness
Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode
Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic -inc: SelectShift capability w/paddle shifters
3.58 Non-Limited Slip Rear Axle
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Descent Control, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake
67.7 L Fuel Tank
Auto Locking Hubs
Automatic Full-Time Four-Wheel Drive
Battery w/Run Down Protection
Block Heater
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
Engine: 2.3L I-4 EcoBoost -inc: auto start-stop technology
Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
GVWR: TBD
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust
Regenerative Alternator
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Towing Equipment -inc: Trailer Sway Control
Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode
Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic
Exterior
Ford Explorer 2025
ST 4WD
Ford Explorer 2024
XLT 4WD
Autolamp Auto On/Off Reflector Led Low/High Beam Auto High-Beam Headlamps w/Delay-Off
Black Bodyside Insert, Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
Black Grille
Black Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Driver Auto Dimming, Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
Black Side Windows Trim, Black Front Windshield Trim and Black Rear Window Trim
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Body-Coloured Front Bumper w/Black Bumper Insert
Body-Coloured Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
Clearcoat Paint
Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
Deep Tinted Glass
Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass w/Power Sunshade
Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper, Heated Wiper Park and Defroster
Front Fog Lamps
Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels
Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
LED Brakelights
Laminated Glass
Lip Spoiler
Panoramic Vista Roof w/Power Shade -inc: remote control front windows (opens front windows from outside of the vehicle via the key fob)
Perimeter/Approach Lights
Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
Roof Rack Rails Only
Speed Sensitive Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers
Steel Spare Wheel
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
Tires: P275/45R21 AS BSW
Wheels: 21" Magnatite-Painted Aluminum
Autolamp Auto On/Off Reflector Led Low/High Beam Auto High-Beam Headlamps w/Delay-Off
Black Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding
Black Side Windows Trim, Black Front Windshield Trim and Black Rear Window Trim
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Body-Coloured Front Bumper
Body-Coloured Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
Chrome Bodyside Insert, Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
Clearcoat Paint
Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
Deep Tinted Glass
Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper, Heated Wiper Park and Defroster
Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels
Grille w/Chrome Bar
Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
LED Brakelights
Lip Spoiler
Perimeter/Approach Lights
Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
Speed Sensitive Variable Intermittent Wipers
Steel Spare Wheel
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
Tires: P255/65R18 AS BSW
Wheels: 18" 5 Spoke Sparkle Silver-Painted -inc: Aluminum
Entertainment
Ford Explorer 2025
ST 4WD
Ford Explorer 2024
XLT 4WD
2 LCD Monitors In The Front
Bluetooth Wireless Phone Connectivity
Integrated Roof Antenna
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Steering Wheel Controls, Voice Activation and Internal Memory
Radio: B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen -inc: MP3 capability, 980 watt, 14 speakers, subwoofer, speed-compensated volume, SiriusXM w/360L and 3-month prepaid subscription, 13.2" colour LCD touchscreen in IP centre-stack, Alexa built-in, Google Assistant, Google Maps and Google Playstore, pinch-to-zoom capability, 911 Assist, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto wireless compatibility, Eligible 2025 model-year vehicle receive complimentary access to three-years of Alexa Built-In and one-year of Ford Premium Connectivity connected service plan enabling Google Assistant, Google Maps and Google Play which begins on the new warranty start date, Evolving technology/cellular networks/vehicle capability may limit functionality and prevent operation of connected features
Siriusxm Traffic Real-Time Traffic Display
Streaming Audio
2 LCD Monitors In The Front
Bluetooth Wireless Phone Connectivity
Integrated Roof Antenna
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Steering Wheel Controls and Internal Memory
Radio: AM/FM Stereo -inc: MP3 capability, 6 speakers, SiriusXM w/3-month prepaid subscription and speed-compensated volume
SYNC 3 Communications & Entertainment System -inc: enhanced voice recognition, 8" LCD capacitive touchscreen w/swipe capability, Applink, 911 Assist, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility and 2 USB ports
Streaming Audio
Interior
Ford Explorer 2025
ST 4WD
Ford Explorer 2024
XLT 4WD
2 Seatback Storage Pockets
3 12V DC Power Outlets
3 12V DC Power Outlets and 1 120V AC Power Outlet
6-Way Passenger Seat
8-Way Driver Seat
Adaptive w/Traffic Stop-Go
Air Filtration
Bucket Folding Captain Front Facing Heated Manual Reclining Fold Forward Seatback ActiveX/Miko Simulated Suede/Leatherette Rear Seat w/Manual Fore/Aft
Cargo Area Concealed Storage
Cargo Space Lights
Carpet Floor Trim
Compass
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
Delayed Accessory Power
Digital/Analog Appearance
Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
Driver Foot Rest
Driver Information Centre
FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access, Windows, Sunroof/Convertible Roof and Remote Start
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
Fixed 50-50 Bench Simulated Suede/Leatherette 3rd Row Seat Front, Power Fold Into Floor, 2 Manual and Adjustable Head Restraints
FordPass Connect 5G Mobile Hotspot Internet Access
Front And Rear Map Lights
Front Centre Armrest and Rear Seat Mounted Armrest Outboard Only
Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
Full Cloth Headliner
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage, 3 12V DC Power Outlets and 1 120V AC Power Outlet
Garage Door Transmitter
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Oil Level, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Headliner/Pillar Ducts
Heat/Vent ActiveX Sport Captain's Chairs -inc: multicontour seats w/Active Motion, Miko inserts, accent stitching, ST logo, 8-way power driver w/memory (power function for tilt, lumbar and recline) and 6-way power front passenger (power function for lumbar and recline)
Illuminated Front Cupholder
Integrated Navigation System w/Voice Activation
Interior Trim -inc: Cloth/Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Piano Black Console Insert and Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents
Leatherette Door Trim Insert
Locking Glove Box
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Manual w/Tilt Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Memory Settings -inc: Door Mirrors and Steering Wheel
Outside Temp Gauge
Perimeter Alarm
Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows
Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start
Rear Cupholder
Rear HVAC w/Separate Controls
Redundant Digital Speedometer
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access
Securilock Anti-Theft Ignition (pats) Immobilizer
Smart Device Integration
Smart Device Remote Engine Start
Sport Bucket Front Seats w/Leatherette Back Material
Sport Heated Leather Steering Wheel
Trip Computer
Trunk/Hatch Auto-Latch
Ventilated Front Seats
Voice Activated Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
2 Seatback Storage Pockets
4 12V DC Power Outlets
6-Way Passenger Seat
8-Way Driver Seat
Air Filtration
Analog Appearance
Bucket Folding Captain Front Facing Manual Reclining Fold Forward Seatback Premium Cloth Rear Seat w/Manual Fore/Aft
Bucket Front Seats w/Cloth Back Material
Cargo Area Concealed Storage
Cargo Space Lights
Carpet Floor Trim
Cloth Door Trim Insert
Compass
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Day-Night Rearview Mirror
Delayed Accessory Power
Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
Driver Foot Rest
Driver Information Centre
FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
Fixed 50-50 Bench Premium Cloth 3rd Row Seat Front, Manual Fold Into Floor, 2 Manual and Adjustable Head Restraints
FordPass Connect 4G Mobile Hotspot Internet Access
Front & 2nd Rows Black Carpet Floor Mats
Front And Rear Map Lights
Front Centre Armrest and Rear Seat Mounted Armrest Outboard Only
Front Cupholder
Full Carpet Floor Covering
Full Cloth Headliner
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 4 12V DC Power Outlets
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Oil Level, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Headliner/Pillar Ducts
Interior Trim -inc: Piano Black/Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Piano Black/Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Piano Black Console Insert and Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents
Leather Steering Wheel
Locking Glove Box
Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Outside Temp Gauge
Perimeter Alarm
Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows
Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start
Rear Cupholder
Rear HVAC w/Separate Controls
Redundant Digital Speedometer
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access
Securilock Anti-Theft Ignition (pats) Immobilizer
Smart Device Remote Engine Start
Trip Computer
Trunk/Hatch Auto-Latch
Unique Heated Cloth Captain's Chairs -inc: 10-way power driver (power function for tilt, lumbar and recline), 4-way power passenger w/manual recline and head restraints w/2-way manually adjustable (up/down)
Voice Activated Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
Safety
Ford Explorer 2025
ST 4WD
Ford Explorer 2024
XLT 4WD
911 Assist Emergency Sos
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Aerial View Camera System
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) Front Cross Traffic Mitigation
BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) Blind Spot
Back-Up Camera w/Washer
BlueCruise 1.2 (90-day trial)
Collision Mitigation-Front
Collision Mitigation-Rear
Driver And Passenger Knee Airbag
Driver Monitoring-Alert
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) And Roll Stability Control (RSC)
Evasion Assist
Forward and Reverse Sensing System Front And Rear Parking Sensors
Front Camera w/Washer
Lane Keeping Alert Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keeping Alert Lane Keeping Assist
Left Side Camera
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Rear Child Safety Locks
Restricted Driving Mode
Right Side Camera
Safety Canopy System Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row Airbags
Side Impact Beams
Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) and Cross-Traffic Alert
BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) Blind Spot
Back-Up Camera w/Washer
Collision Mitigation-Front
Driver And Passenger Knee Airbag
Driver Monitoring-Alert
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) And Roll Stability Control (RSC)
Lane Keeping Alert Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keeping Alert Lane Keeping Assist
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Rear Child Safety Locks
Restricted Driving Mode
Reverse Sensing System Rear Parking Sensors
Safety Canopy System Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row Airbags
Side Impact Beams
Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning